Lead Field Engineer - Civil

Role Overview

Lead Field Engineer - Civil at AtkinsRéalis, supporting supervision and monitoring of civil construction activities for a major development project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Company Overview

AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization that connects people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. The organization works with industry partners, clients, and a global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers to engineer a better future for the planet and its people.

Role Purpose

To supervise and monitor civil construction activities on site, ensuring all civil works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, quality standards, project schedules, and health and safety requirements. The successful candidate will play a key role in site inspections, progress monitoring, technical coordination, quality verification, and resolving construction-related issues to facilitate successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Site Supervision and Monitoring

• Supervise and monitor day-to-day civil construction activities on site to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections and verify that construction works are carried out in accordance with approved methodologies and quality standards.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure construction activities progress according to approved schedules.
• Coordinate with survey teams to ensure proper setting-out and alignment of construction activities.

Technical Review and Coordination

• Review construction drawings and technical documents and identify discrepancies or conflicts for resolution.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, MEP engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
• Review and monitor contractor method statements, work procedures, and inspection requests.
• Assist in reviewing Requests for Information (RFIs), technical queries, and field change requests.

Quality Assurance and Inspection

• Inspect excavation, foundations, concrete works, structural elements, roads, utilities, drainage systems, and external works.
• Verify material deliveries and ensure materials used on site comply with approved specifications and material submittals.
• Witness field testing, laboratory testing, and inspection activities related to civil works.
• Ensure proper implementation of Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures.
• Verify quantities and completed works to support progress reporting and payment certification.

Issue Resolution and Technical Support

• Identify construction issues and provide technical recommendations for timely resolution.
• Monitor compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements and report unsafe practices.

Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare site observation reports, inspection reports, and daily progress records.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, site instructions, and project documentation.

Project Coordination and Closeout

• Participate in project meetings, site walks, and construction coordination meetings.
• Monitor snagging, de-snagging, and punch-list activities during project closeout.
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover activities related to civil infrastructure and building works.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 8+ years of overall experience in civil construction and site supervision.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Field Engineer or Site Engineer role on large building projects.
• Proven experience in large-scale buildings, convention centers, hospitality developments, hotels, resorts, mixed-use developments, or commercial projects.
• Experience within Site Supervision Consultancy, Engineering Consultancy, or PMC environments is preferred.
• Previous experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC projects is highly desirable.
• Membership in a recognized professional engineering institution is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of civil construction methods, materials, and inspection procedures.
• Familiarity with reinforced concrete structures, foundations, roads, utilities, drainage, and external works.
• Good understanding of international construction codes, standards, and engineering practices.
• Experience reviewing shop drawings, material submittals, and method statements.
• Familiarity with QA/QC requirements and construction quality standards.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations applicable to construction sites.
• Ability to identify construction issues and recommend practical engineering solutions.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering software applications.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Additional Information

• Worker Type: Employee
• Job Type: Regular
• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation and housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program offering 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
• AtkinsRéalis is committed to hiring individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives.